Theology in Particular

In episode 91 of Theology In Particular I'm joined by Dr. James Renihan to discuss a little phrase found in chapter 1 paragraph 5 of our confession: "the scope of the whole (which is to give all glory to God)". In context, the scope of Scripture is presented as a property of Scripture, but this principle also has implications for the interpretation of Scripture, or hermeneutics. That is where we go with our conversation, ultimately. We hope you enjoy and are edified somehow. Links: International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org

In episode 90 of Theology In Particular I'm joined by Dr. James Renihan to discuss a little phrase found in chapter 29 paragraph 4 of our confession: "Immersion, or dipping of the person in water, is necessary to the due administration of this ordinance." The question is, what is meant by "due". Links: International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org

In episode 89 of Theology In Particular I'm joined by Dr. James Dolezal to discuss the doctrine of angels. Dr. Dolezal will be teaching a course on this subject at IRBS April 27-29, 2023. If you are interested in taking this course in person or via live stream, please contact Kristen Wood at [email protected]. Links: International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org

In episode 86 of Theology In Particular, Dr. Richard Barcellos walks us through the Second London Confession of Faith (7.2, 7.3, 8.6, and 20.1) demonstrating that it posits the Messianic interpretation of Genesis 3:15. Links: International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org

In episode 85 of Theology In Particular, Dr. Richard Barcellos walks us through some key Old and New Testament texts to demonstrate that Genesis 3:15 is to be interpreted as a promise concerning the Messiah. Links: International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org

In episode 84 of Theology In Particular, I continue my conversation with Dr. Richard Barcellos about the first announcement of the gospel as recorded in Genesis 3:15. Here we begin to look at the evidence for the Messianic interpretation. Links: International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org

In episode 83 of Theology In Particular, I continue my conversation with Dr. Richard Barcellos concerning Genesis 3:15. We continue to ask the question, is it about the Messiah?, as we consider the text in its immediate, book, authorial, testamental, and canonical context. We see this as an important and impactful topic. Lord willing, this will be the second in a series of five episodes. Links: International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbssseminary.org

In episode 82 of Theology In Particular, I speak with Dr. Richard Barcellos about Genesis 3:15. Is it about the Messiah? In other words, is it in fact the first proclamation of the gospel? We believe it is. Our confession says so. We see this as an important and impactful topic. Lord willing, this will be the first in a series of five episodes, therefore. Links: International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org

In episode 81 of Theology In Particular, Professor Ryan Davidson and I chat about anxiety. What is anxiety? Is it always sinful? What makes it sinful? What are the solutions? I really enjoyed this conversation and I hope it is encouraging to you in some way. Ryan Davidson serves as Pastor of Grace Baptist Chapel in Hampton, VA, and Adjunct Professor of Pastoral Theology at IRBS. Links: International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org Recommended Resources: Thinking Through Anxiety, J. Ryan Davidson Running Scared: Fear, Worry, and the God of Rest, Edward T. Welch The Happy Christian: Ten Ways to Be a Joyful Believer in a Gloomy World, David Murray

In episode 80 of Theology In Particular, I have the privilege of speaking with Dr. Daniel Scheiderer about eschatology. Dr. Scheiderer is an Adjunct Professor of Systematic Theology at IRBS and Pastor of Grace Baptist Church in Chambersburg, PA. Links: International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org Recommended Resources: A Case for Amillennialism: Understanding the End Times, by Kim Riddlebarger Triumph of the Lamb: A Commentary on Revelation, by Dennis Johnson

In episode 79 of Theology In Particular, I have the privilege of interviewing Dr. John Fesko. Dr. Fesko is the Harriet Barbour Professor of Systematic and Historical Theology at Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson Mississippi, and a friend of IRBS. In this episode, we discuss apologetics in general, and the contrast between "classical" and "presuppositional" apologetics in particular. Much of this conversation is drawn from his book, Reforming Apologetics, Retrieving the Classic Reformed Approach to Defending the Faith – a must-read for those interested in this subject. Links International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org Dr. Fesko's Book, Reforming Apologetics: rts.edu/resources/reforming-apologetics/ If you have feedback, questions, or suggestions, please email me at: [email protected]

In this episode, Dr. Renihan sits down with three Reformed Baptists from Poland attending an IRBS course in the UK. They discuss the state of religion in Poland, the faltering position of the Roman Catholic church, and how their churches seek to reach Poland with the gospel and build themselves up, both biblically and confessionally, in light of these things.

In this podcast Dr. Renihan records a conversation from a conference in England with three brothers involved in IRBS UK. They discuss the conference lectures and some questions raised by how Christology is presented in many of our favorite hymns.

In Episode 76 of Theology In Particular, Dr. James Renihan highlights a few of the prominent women of the Puritan era. Links International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org If you have feedback, questions, or suggestions, please email me at [email protected]

In Episode 75 of Theology In Particular, Dr. James Renihan describes life in the Puritan age. This was an interesting conversation. In my opinion, considering history in this way helps with maintaining perspective on the troubles we face in our own time. Links International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org If you have feedback, questions, or suggestions, please email me at [email protected]

In Episode 74 of Theology In Particular, Dr. James Renihan provides us with some great book recommendations. Links International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org If you have feedback, questions, or suggestions, please email me at [email protected]

In Episode 73 of Theology In Particular, Dr. James Renihan and I discuss the history and present usefulness of catechetical preaching and teaching. Links International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org If you have feedback, questions, or suggestions, please email me at [email protected]

In Episode 72 of Theology In Particular I bring questions from one of our listeners regarding the political theology of 17th century Particular Baptists to Dr. James Renihan. I found his answers interesting and insightful. I think you will too.. Links International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org If you have feedback, questions, or suggestions, please email me at [email protected]

In Episode 71 of Theology In Particular I interview Dr. Richard Barcellos on the subject of hermeneutics. The episode is unusually long, but the time flew by for me. It's always fun to talk with Rich. I hope you enjoy and are edified. LinksInternational Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org

Episode 70 of Theology In Particular is special. Dr. James Renihan took the opportunity to interview brothers from the UK while on a trip there. We trust that you will be encouraged to learn about the work God is doing across the pond (from our US perspective, of course). Links International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org IRBS UK: trinitygracechurch.net/irbs-uk Broken Wharfe: brokenwharfe.com

In episode 69 of Theology In Particular, Dr. Richard Barcellos and I debrief on the 2022 Southern California Reformed Baptist Pastors' Conference. The theme was chapter 8 of the Second London Confession of Faith: Of Christ the Mediator. Links International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org Sothern California Reformed Baptist Pastors' Conference: scrbpc.org

In episode 68 of Theology In Particular, Dr. James Renihan talks about the impact of the 1830's on the religious landscape of the United States. Links International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org

In episode 67 of Theology In Particular, Dr. James Renihan talks about Puritanism in the New England context. In a way, this interview was inspired by the Puritanism 101 video series put out by IRBS. In that series, Dr. Renihan describes the development of English Puritanism. Some who have listened to that series expressed a desire to know more about New English Puritanism, and so here we are. We hope you enjoy and are edified. Links: International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org Puritanism 101 Video Lectures: irbsseminary.org/resources/

In episode 66 of Theology In Particular, I discuss the error of biblicism with Dr. James Renihan. To be biblical is good. Biblicism, on the other hand, is a flawed method of biblical interpretation which results in many theological errors.

In episode 65 of Theology In Particular, I interview Dr. James Renihan about the influence that John Calvin had on other reformers on the continent, and puritans in England. Links International Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org Reformation Heritage Books, Christian Biographies For Young Readers https://www.heritagebooks.org/christian-biographies-for-young-readers/

In episode 64 of Theology In Particular, I interview Dr. James Renihan about his forthcoming book, Baptist Symbolics, Volume II. Volume I is a commentary on the First London Confession. It has been out for some time now. Volume II is a commentary on the Second London Confession. It is scheduled to be released in the next few months. Both will be available through the publisher, Founders Press. LinksInternational Reformed Baptist Seminary: irbsseminary.org Founders Press: press.founders.org

In episode 63 of Theology In Particular, I was pleased to interview Pastor Oliver Allmand-Smith about his new book, "Under God, Over The People – The Calling & Accountability Of Civil Government". I trust that this book, and this interview, will be helpful to pastors and church members alike as we seek to understand and obey the scriptures as it pertains to our relationship to civil authorities.

In episode 62 of Theology In Particular, Dr. James Renihan and I spend some time discussing the results of a recent survey conducted by Ligonier Ministries in partnership with Life Way Research on the state of theology in the USA.

In episode 61 of Theology In Particular, Pastor Chad Vegas joins us to discuss evangelism, missions, and why it is good for ministers to receive training in these areas.

In episode 60 of Theology In Particular, Dr. Fred Malone joins us to talk about preaching and the courses he teaches to IRBS to help with the development of preachers. We hope that pastors, future pastors, and congregants alike are encouraged to highly value preaching as one of the ordinary means of grace that God has given to his church.

In Episode 59 of Theology In Particular, Dr. James Dolezal demonstrates the usefulness of philosophical theology by wrestling with the metaphysical problem of the one and the many. I would encourage the listener to persevere through this rather long and unusually technical interview. I do believe that the importance and usefulness of this philosophical conversation will become apparent by the end.

In Episode 58 of Theology In Particular, Dr. James Dolezal introduces us to philosophical theology. He makes a case for its usefulness, especially to pastors and theologians. This interview will require you to exert some mental energy. The payoff will be worth it.

In Episode 57, Pastor Ryan Davidson addressed the question of the usefulness of general revelation in pastoral counseling.

Episode 56 is an interview with Pastor Ryan Davidson on the topic of pastoral counseling in the history of the church. Understanding how pastors cared for the members of their congregations in other times, places, and cultures should help pastors refine their approach to ministry today.

Episode 55 is an interview with Pastor Ryan Davidson on the topic of pastoral counseling. Should pastors counsel? What warrant do we find for this in the scriptures? What is the relationship between counseling and preaching? In brief, it is argued that pastoral counseling ought to be viewed as a secondary aid to the ordinary means of grace.

In Episode 54 of Theology In Particular Dr. James Renihan and I return to a subject that we addressed briefly in the previous episode – the permanence of the Sabbath day. Is there a day that is to be kept holy by the New Covenant people of God? We believe the scriptures teach there is. It is the Lord's Day, also known as the Christian Sabbath.

In Episode 53 of Theology In Particular we present a brief argument for the permanence of the Sabbath day and also address questions regarding the practice of Sabbath keeping under the New Covenant.

In Episode 52 of Theology In Particular Dr. James Renihan addresses a few common misconceptions in Baptist history and seeks to set the record straight.

Episode 51 of Theology In Particular is the last in a six-part series on the doctrine of baptism. In this episode, we offer a friendly critique of the reformed paedobaptist position.

Episode 50 of Theology In Particular is the fifth in a six-part series on the doctrine of baptism. In this episode, we consider baptism in the history of the church.

Episode 49 of Theology In Particular is the fourth in a six-part series on the doctrine of baptism. In this episode, consider baptism in light of covenant theology.

Episode 48 of Theology In Particular is the third in a six-part series on the doctrine of baptism. In this episode, Dr. James Renihan presents the Old Testament background to the New Covenant ordinance of baptism.

Episode 47 is the second in a six-part series on the doctrine of baptism. In this episode, Dr. James Renihan argues from the New Testament scriptures that baptism should be applied only to those who make a credible profession of faith in Jesus Christ. Note: A mistake! Prof. Renihan meant to speak of Alexander Carson, rather than Abraham Booth! Sorry for the error. Here's a link to Carson's book.

Episode 46 is the introductory episode in a six-part series on the doctrine of baptism. In this series, Dr. James Renihan argues that it is only those who make a credible profession of faith who should receive the sacrament (ordinance) of baptism.

Episode 45 is the sixth in a series of six on the doctrines of grace. Here I speak with Dr. James Renihan about the doctrine of the perseverance of the saints.

Episode 44 is the fifth in a series of six on the doctrines of grace. Here I speak with Dr. James Renihan about the doctrine of effectual calling.

Episode 43 is the fourth in a series of six on the doctrines of grace. Here I speak with Dr. James Renihan about the doctrine of particular redemption, or limited atonement.

Episode 42 is the third in a series of six on the doctrines of grace. Here I speak with Dr. James Renihan about unconditional election. This is a controversial doctrine, but one that is clearly taught in scripture. Pastors must teach this doctrine with care. We hope this episode helps in some way.

In episode 41, Dr. James Renihan and I discuss the doctrine of total depravity. This doctrine is typically addressed first when considering the doctrine of salvation, for here the condition of man is established. What does God do for sinners to save them from their sins? We will better understand what he does when we consider his works against the backdrop of our inability and need.

In episode 40, Dr. James Renihan and I introduce a series on the doctrines of grace, also called the five points of Calvinism. Here we attempt to lay foundations that are crucial for a proper understanding of the doctrine of salvation. I would recommend that you also listen to episode 35 on the covenant of redemption. Important foundations were laid in that episode which help us to better understand the doctrine of salvation.